Billy Dowling remains listed and didn't feature in R3, leaving him as an expensive $208.3k rookie MID with nothing to show for it. At 31 BE he'd need to play and perform consistently to justify the price, but there's no confirmed path into Adelaide's side. Avoid — too costly for a cash cow with zero selection certainty.
Billy Dowling
MIDToby Mcmullin
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Should I trade Billy Dowling?
Form, breakeven, and a comparable replacement weighed up.
Significant community discussion around Billy Dowling being overlooked despite strong SANFL form. Multiple commenters describe him as dominating state-level footy (top 10 disposals, top 4 inside 50s) but unable to crack the senior side. Some predict he will be delisted or leave as a free agent.
Named emergency again (missed both SANFL + AFL prior week); locked out behind Edwards/Taylor/Pedlar. Possible travelling emergency cover for Dawson.
High-engagement community debate on Billy Dowling — SANFL form looks good (2 games) but his build and game style seen as lacking fit for AFL midfield. Community split on whether he is AFL-ready or reactionary selection demand.
Billy Dowling named as emergency for Round 5 rather than selected. Community notes his emergency status has had roughly 50% conversion to match-day play this season, so he remains on the cusp of selection.
Billy Dowling named as emergency for Round 5 selection, described as very close to AFL recall. Community notes his SANFL form is strong but he is stuck behind the squad pecking order.
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